Meet the Fish Bucket Hat — the newest member of the Summer Kids’ Bucket Hat Collection! With big googly eyes, a sweet round mouth, and fun teal fins, this little guy is sure to get smiles wherever he goes.

Built on the Essential Basic Bucket Hat base (also a free pattern!), the hat itself works up in simple single crochet from the top down, making it a great pick even if you’re newer to crochet. The fins, eyes, and mouth are sewn-on appliqués with clearly written instructions, so you can add all the character details with confidence.

Sizes: Newborn (0–6 months), Toddler, Child
Yarn: Lion Brand 24/7 Cotton (Goldenrod, Jade, Black, White)
Hook: US G-6 (4.0 mm)
Gauge: 4” = 9 rounds of sc
Skill Level: Beginner (hat) / Intermediate (appliqués)
A video tutorial for the Essential Basic Bucket Hat base is available if you’d like extra guidance along the way.
An ad-free, printable PDF of this pattern is also available in my shop.